Leonard Sweet published a book in 2014 titled, From Tablet to Table. It is generally about the same topic as this, Adriel. He cites all the times in the scriptures where food/table was not just mentioned but was important to community. I am going to try and read ‘Break Bread Together’ as well.
I love how you answered this question by simply asking it. ‘What does breaking bread together speak to us about listening, holding space for one another, and pointing us to the hope of God’s promise?’ Listening and holding space for one another is probably more important today than it has ever been.
Thanks for the recommendation, Ray. I love that someone’s done the work of citing all of those examples in one place and would love to read. Googling now…
The college community we have joined this year while my husband does his PhD in church history does regular community dinners and it has been the best way to feel less lonely in a new city. Thanks for the reminder to keep reaching out to people.
I can’t think of a better way to extend (genuine) hospitality to new folks than to share meals. It has been our blessing over and over and over again—giving and receiving all at once. 💛
Leonard Sweet published a book in 2014 titled, From Tablet to Table. It is generally about the same topic as this, Adriel. He cites all the times in the scriptures where food/table was not just mentioned but was important to community. I am going to try and read ‘Break Bread Together’ as well.
I love how you answered this question by simply asking it. ‘What does breaking bread together speak to us about listening, holding space for one another, and pointing us to the hope of God’s promise?’ Listening and holding space for one another is probably more important today than it has ever been.
Thanks for this.
Thanks for the recommendation, Ray. I love that someone’s done the work of citing all of those examples in one place and would love to read. Googling now…
The college community we have joined this year while my husband does his PhD in church history does regular community dinners and it has been the best way to feel less lonely in a new city. Thanks for the reminder to keep reaching out to people.
I can’t think of a better way to extend (genuine) hospitality to new folks than to share meals. It has been our blessing over and over and over again—giving and receiving all at once. 💛